Join our long‑standing Italian restaurant, a local favorite known for classic dishes, a warm atmosphere, and a team that takes pride in working together. We’re looking for a skilled Line Cook who brings consistency, care, and a strong work ethic to our kitchen. If you’re seeking a place where your culinary skills matter and your contributions are valued, this is a great opportunity to grow with us. This is not a supervisory position.
Benefits
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Training and development
- Free uniforms
Duties & Responsibilities
- Prepare menu items according to established restaurant recipes and presentation standards.
- Ensure all food is cooked to proper temperatures and completed in a timely, efficient manner during service.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary workstation, including routine daily cleaning and scheduled deep-cleaning tasks.
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and health regulations at all times.
- Assist with inventory management, including stock monitoring and supply ordering as needed.
- Support the development of new menu items, seasonal specials, and recipe enhancements.
- Collaborate closely with the kitchen team to ensure guest orders are prepared accurately and delivered promptly.
Required Skills & Abilities
- Ability to multitask and remain composed in a fast-paced, high-pressure kitchen.
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
- Solid understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper kitchen practices.
- Flexibility to work varied shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to perform precise, efficient knife work and handle kitchen tools safely and consistently.
- Must be able to complete the essential duties of the job with or without accommodation.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and work in a kitchen environment for extended periods.
- Must be able to lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Work Styles
- Adaptability -Job requires ability to respond effectively to changing needs, unexpected situations, and diverse work demands.
- Adjustment - Job requires the ability handle stress, pressure and challenging situations with resilience, professionalism, and steady self-control.
- Conscientiousness -Job requires dependability, commitment to doing the job correctly and carefully, and being trustworthy, accountable, and attentive to details.
- Teamwork - Job requires the ability to work as part of a team, supporting coworkers and contributing to a positive, efficient work environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar culinary role, preferably within an Italian or full-service restaurant environment.
- Food handler training is preferred.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
Muriale's Italian Kitchen has proudly served the communities of north central West Virginia and beyond for over 54 years. Offering generations of guests our regional Italian cuisine coupled with superior service, our passion for people is as deeply rooted in our traditions as our commitment to the consistency in our food & service.
Voted the #1 Italian Restaurant in West Virginia for 11 consecutive years, our hospitality heritage shines through our extended family of culinarians, chefs, servers, hosts, bartenders and restaurant managers.